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The first three characters of the HIN you have entered,
BBS, designate
BILLFISH BOATWORKS LLC as the manufacturer.

However, the following manufacturers also share this three letter code:

BILLFISH BOATWORKS LLC

BRANDT BOATS (OOB)

Important: This will not affect your history report!
Your HIN is unique and applies only to your exact boat. Therefore, the information provided
in your Boat History Report applies only to your specific boat.

Manufacturer Identification

The first three characters of the HIN designate the manufacturer of the boat.

The first three characters of the HIN you have entered,
BBS, designate
BILLFISH BOATWORKS LLC as the manufacturer.

However, the following manufacturers also share this three letter code:

BILLFISH BOATWORKS LLC

BRANDT BOATS (OOB)

Important: This will not affect your history report!
Your HIN is unique and applies only to your exact boat. Therefore, the information provided
in your Boat History Report applies only to your specific boat.

A record is an indicator in our database sourced
from vetted and reliable sources which has been linked to your
search through a proprietary system. Records could indicate that
the boat has been involved in a collision, fire, been run aground,
damaged in a hurricane or has warranty or recall information.
Records do not always indicate negative reports for a boat.

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Verified Purchase

I am extremely impressed with Boat History’s thoroughness, promptness and unsolicited willingness to go the extra (nautical) mile to get its customers whatever information is out there even though the cost to the customer is extremely small in comparison to the amount of human research undertaken when things are less than clear-- as they were in this case because of the “unofficial”Hull ID #. Your finding this accident gave me substantial relief regarding the absence of a 12th digit in the Hull ID # and thankfully, it was such a small collision, that even my surveyor will, I think, be unconcerned.

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Verified Purchase

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Verified Purchase

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- Joanne, California
Verified Purchase

My experience has been really positive. I really liked that all my information was there and it was credible for backing up the sale of our boat to an owner in Canada. It substantiated and gave a credibility to the sale... ... Thanks for all your help, as I do think it helped play a role in the selling of our boat over a long distance- Willis, Texas to Canada.

- Jack, Texas
Verified Purchase

I want to thank you for the excellent service that I received from you and your company. Even though the manufacturer could not provide the needed information to do a complete survey, you were very helpful! And true to your word you provided a 100% money back guarantee! I will be back…thank you!

- Bob S.
Verified Purchase

Your rapid and professional responses have provided me the information I needed to make an informed decision when looking at a boat that I assumed was a Katrina victim, even though the owner told me it was clean. Saved me many headaches and a “boatload” of cash. Thanks!

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Verified Purchase

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Find Hidden Damage

Click on these images to reveal the damage.

Damage to the vessel, especially fiberglass vessels, can be repaired very easily with almost no trace
that
it was ever present. Don't get caught off guard by boats with a history of damage and accidents- this
could lead to a lot of subtle problems and thousands in repair costs.

Know Before You Buy

- Hurricane Damage

Hurricane Sandy resulted in over $650 million in damages to recreational boats.

Hurricane damaged boats are often sold with a clean title.

Most states do not recognize salvage and damaged titles for boats.
Therefore, storm damaged boats are auctioned off to be restored and re-sold to unknowing individuals, with
clean titles. These boats may have spent significant time submerged under salt water resulting in
detrimental
damage that could result in loss later on. Boat History Report® is the only way to know the real truth
about the
boat, as once repaired- these boats can look better than new to an unsuspecting buyer.

- Accidents

Use Boat History Report® to insure that you don't buy a boat that has been damaged in an
accident and then repaired. Boats that have been severely damaged have a low resale value and
may not be safe for you and your family.

- Run Aground

Boats frequently run aground due to a miscalculation of the water's depth.

Running aground can be one of the most costly problems a boat can endure.

Not only can running aground cause hidden structural damage to the boat, if environmental damage
was caused, the new owner could be responsible for the previous owners negligence, as these fines stay
with the boat and not the reckless boater. Don't put yourself at risk - Boat History Report® can help
you avoid purchasing a boat that has run aground.

- Had a Recall

Open (unfixed) safety recalls can result in serious injury and sometimes death.

Due to safety concerns, manufacturers report recalls every month; however, numerous
flawed boats remain in the marketplace. Check our national database to see if your
boat has been issued a safety recall as part of your report from Boat History Report®.

- Submersion & Sinking

Sinkings and flooding occur more frequently than you may realize.

Boats that have been submerged sustain damage that can take months to surface.

Not only are boats swamped or capsized while in use, but many sink dockside as a result
of heavy rains, storm surge, faulty drains or poor sealing thru-hull fittings. The damage
is not noticeable immediately, but as corrosion sets in, costly issues will continue to surface.
Let Boat History Report® help save you from a boat that could jeopardize your families safety while
costing you thousands of dollars to repair.

- Collisions

Avoid buying a boat that has been in a collision and then cosmetically repaired.

Similar to cars, boats can sustain structural damage that cannot be seen by the naked eye.

Collisions cause structural damage that can jeopardize safety and will lower the resale value of the boat.
Don’t lose thousands by purchasing a damaged boat- run a Boat History Report® and be informed.

- What is a HIN?

The HIN (Hull Identification Number)

The Hull Identification Number (HIN) serves as the boat’s unique identifier, similar to the VIN of a car.
If the dealer or broker listing the boat has not provided you with a report from Boat History Report®,
ask them to provide you with the boat’s HIN so that you can run your own.

The HIN may be found on the back of the boat in the uppermost right corner or under the swim platform.
Also, the HIN may be stated on the title, registration, and insurance documents. For boats 1984 and newer,
Federal regulations mandate the HIN must follow the format in the image below. For additional HIN formats and a more
detailed explanation, be sure to check out our
HIN Troubleshooting Guide.

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“Boat History Report gives our customers peace of mind when purchasing used boats from us and helps us retain higher profit margins than our competitors who don’t utilize Boat History Report. It has been a priceless tool for the entire boating industry in ensuring that the pre-owned boats we buy or take in have no hidden pasts.”
-Jani Gyllenberg

Marine Connection

Ranked the #3 Dealer in North America

“Our industry's reputation for transparency and access to accurate information is behind the times. BoatHistoryReport.com provides consumers with exactly that, which is why I use them and think products like this will strengthen our industry.”-Bob Denison

Denison Yacht Sales

Leader in the Yachting Industry with 22 Offices Nationwide

“Boat History Report gives our customers peace of mind when purchasing used boats from us and helps us retain higher profit margins than our competitors who don’t utilize Boat History Report. It has been a priceless tool for the entire boating industry in ensuring that the pre-owned boats we buy or take in have no hidden pasts.”
-Jani Gyllenberg

Marine Connection

Ranked the #3 Dealer in North America

“Our industry's reputation for transparency and access to accurate information is behind the times. BoatHistoryReport.com provides consumers with exactly that, which is why I use them and think products like this will strengthen our industry.”-Bob Denison

Denison Yacht Sales

Leader in the Yachting Industry with 22 Offices Nationwide

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